Several weeks ago I put a box in my Instagram Story asking for yalls go-to verses for trying times. There were so many great ones I decided to compile the top 10 for easy access. Save them for a time you need them! I know the world is a dark place right now, and often … Continue reading top 10 verses for trying times [according to fellow LEOWs]
Tag: encouragement
i believe in the good
I would say Happy Sunday, but it doesn't feel too happy, does it? I know I'm not alone when I say that I've been struggling lately. There's so much darkness out there right now, and so much division-but that is not what this post is about. I’ve seen a lot of posts comparing our black … Continue reading i believe in the good
small acts of kindness + christmas magic
Yesterday I braved the hordes of last minute shoppers and made a mad dash to Target for some very special little toys. The other day our officers worked a DUI crash. One of the cars involved held a small family who had their trunk full of Christmas gifts for their little boy, who was also … Continue reading small acts of kindness + christmas magic
the weight of the badge
The other morning my officer got home from work just as I was getting ready for work myself. As he was getting ready for bed and I was heading out the door, I asked him how his shift was. “It was a rough one” was all he said. I looked over at him, sitting on … Continue reading the weight of the badge
the power of surrender
Verses: John 14:27 says "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." James 4:10 says "Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up. Romans 12:2 says "Do not … Continue reading the power of surrender
be still + know
Verse: Psalm 46:10 says “Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 37:7 says “Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for Him.” Devo: The other day I went for a walk with the dog, just as I do every single morning. We started out down the sidewalk in our neighborhood, and as … Continue reading be still + know
speaking truths over our officers
Last week we talked about the importance of proclaiming truth over our homes. God's word is powerful! It has meaning. We also can proclaim truths over our officers. I have always prayed for my officer (even when we were kids), but since he has become a part of this blue life my prayers have shifted … Continue reading speaking truths over our officers
love is patient {the love dare}
Verses: Ephesians 4:2 says "Be always humble, gentle, and patient. Show your love by being tolerant with one another." Proverbs 15:18 says "Hot tempers cause arguments, but patience brings peace." 1 Corinthians 13:4 says "Love is patient and kind; it is not jealous or conceited or proud." Devo: Are you following along with Wives on … Continue reading love is patient {the love dare}
i will personally go with you + i will give you rest
Verse: Exodus 33:14 says: And the Lord said “I will personally go with you, Moses, and I will give you rest-everything will be fine for you.” Devo: This part of Exodus has always been a favorite story of mine, because it depicts so clearly God's love and protection of His children. What I love the most … Continue reading i will personally go with you + i will give you rest
grace
Verse: John 1:16 says "From His fullness we have all received grace upon grace." Psalm 139:14 says "I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." Devo: This morning was a rough one. I got home from work around 10 last night and made a … Continue reading grace